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PSB Imagine B

Bookshelf speakers (Gloss Black)

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Why choose bookshelf speakers?

Bookshelf speakers may be small in size, but they can deliver surprisingly big sound. Some ultra-compact models even fit on a desktop. Most are right at home in tight spaces like shelves, so they're usually good choices for your home theater's rear channels. For the best performance, try placing bookshelf speakers on solid speaker stands to help the sound really "open up." If you want full bass impact, add a powered subwoofer and enjoy punchy sound that's as deeply satisfying as that of floor-standing speakers.

Our take on the PSB Imagine B

by Dave Bar

Potent, compact bookshelf speakers deliver impressively accurate sound

Despite their simple appearance, PSB's Imagine B speakers pack a powerful punch that'll impress even the most discerning of listeners. They work great on their own in a high-performance two-channel system, or you can add one of PSB's HD subwoofers for even better bass. The Imagine line borrows technology developed for PSB's higher-end Synchrony series, so you get audiophile-quality performance in a high-value speaker. The Imagine Bs also feature seamless, curved cabinets that are finished with stunning, hand-picked real-wood veneers — a stylish addition to any listening room.

Imagine family

PSB's Imagine speaker family (Imagine B shown on stand and on top of the center channel speaker)


"The Imagine B [has] both clarity and listenability in spades. It also [has] remarkable bass extension and volume..."
—John Marks, Stereophile, February 2009


Precise driver design for natural sound

Tweeter

The drivers are mounted flush with the smooth front baffles, for improved sound dispersion.

The Imagine Bs each feature a highly accurate 1" titanium dome tweeter that produces smooth, sparkling highs. The 5-1/4" woofer uses a proprietary ceramic-filled polypropylene cone, which makes it very stiff and light. The resulting midrange is clean and balanced, with tight bass response. A highly efficient motor structure with a unique compound magnet helps reduce audible distortion.


Cabinet

PSB's Imagine speakers feature acoustically inert enclosures, with seamless, unbroken surfaces that are beautiful to look at.

Solid, elegantly curved cabinets with a real-wood veneer finish

All Imagine speakers have smooth, 1-1/2" thick front baffles that blend almost seamlessly with the seven-layer laminated MDF side, top, and bottom panels. Plus, the heavy internal bracing ensures an impressively solid, acoustically inert enclosure. The top, side, and bottom panels are clad in real wood veneer that's hand selected for its beauty and quality.


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Highlights:

  • frequency response: 52-23,000 Hz (±3dB)
  • sensitivity: 89 dB
  • 4-ohm impedance — suited for high-current amplifiers
  • recommended power: 20-150 watts
  • 1" titanium dome tweeter with neodymium magnets
  • 5-1/4" injection-molded, clay ceramic-filled polypropylene woofer
  • bass reflex (ported) design
  • hand-selected, real wood veneer finish
  • two sets of gold-plated five way binding posts — can be bi-wired
  • 7-1/2"W x 12-15/16"H x 12-1/8"D
  • warranty: 5 years
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Features and Specs

Features and Specs
Enclosure
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Bass Reflex
Video Shielded
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Yes
Tweeter Type
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Dome
Tweeter Size (inches)
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1
Midrange Size (inches)
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Woofer Size (inches)
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5.25
Woofer Composition
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Ceramic/Poly
Woofer Surround
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Rubber
Power Range
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20-150
Sensitivity
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89 dB
Impedance (Ohms)
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4
Frequency Response
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52-23k Hz
Connector Type
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5-way post
Bi-amp Inputs
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Yes
Height (inches)
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12-15/16
Width (inches)
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7-1/2
Depth (inches)
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12-1/8
Weight (pounds)
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17.2
Mounting Bracket Included
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No
Recommended Stand Height (inches)
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35
Parts Warranty
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5 Years
Labor Warranty
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5 Years

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What's in the box?

Download owner's manual

  • 2 Bookshelf loudspeakers
  • 2 Grilles
  • 8 Adhesive backed rubber feet
  • 2 Input terminal jumpers (installed)
  • Owner's manual (English/ French/ Spanish)
  • Specification and Wiring guide (English/ French/ Spanish)
  • Warranty information
  • psb website information

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Driver Technology
Enclosure Design
Connections
Specifications

Driver Technology

Cone Design: The woofer cones are ceramic filled polypropylene and use rubber surrounds. The aluminum phase plug mechanically smoothes the response and acts as a heat sink for the voice coil, reducing power compression.

Tweeter: The 1" titanium, Ferrofluid cooled dome tweeters' light yet rigid diaphragm and over hung voice coil, combined with a computer optimized magnetic circuit produce an extended high frequency response that remains distortion free even at extreme volume levels. The front baffle is designed to eliminate mid and high frequency diffractions, maximizing three dimensional realism.

Crossover Network: The crossover is a 2-way acoustical fourth order Linkwitz-Riley type with a 24 dB/octave slope. Tight tolerances were used when choosing the crossover components; heavy multi-laminated iron cores are used for large value inductors, high gauge wire air core inductors are used for medium and small values, all the capacitors are low loss and film capacitors are used for the midrange and treble frequencies. The tweeter and woofer are crossed over at 1,800 Hz.

Enclosure Design

Cabinet: The cabinet is an integral part of speaker design and has a dramatic effect on the overall sound of a speaker. PSB's 7-layer laminated construction results in a solid, acoustically inert enclosure. The side and top panels are curved for added stiffness, with a high-gloss lacquer exterior.

Connections

Dual Binding Posts: The dual binding post input terminals are located on the lower rear of the speaker cabinet. The two sets of binding posts are shorted together by a gold-plated jumper. With the jumper removed the Imagine B can be bi-wired or bi-amplified. The binding posts will accept spade connectors, single banana plugs, pin connectors, and bare wire up to 8 gauge.

Specifications

Frequency Response:

  • On Axis @ 0°: 52-23,000 Hz (+/-3 dB)
  • On Axis @ 0°: 55-20,000 Hz (+/-1.5 dB)
  • Off Axis @ 30°: 55-10,000 Hz (+/-1.5 dB)
  • Low Frequency Cutoff -10 dB: 48 Hz

Sensitivity:

  • Anechoic Chamber: 87 dB
  • Typical Listening Room: 89 dB
 

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5 out of 5

Amazing

Written By Stanley, Wichita, Ks on Monday, June 10, 2013
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The reviewers who mentioned that these speakers need around 40 hours to break-in are absolutely right. Right out of the box they are harsh and undisciplined but don't give up. I have around twenty plus hours on mine and am beginning to see results. Now when I turn them on, after thirty or forty minutes, I noticed they really start to sing. I'm sure as I get closer to forty hours they will sound good when I first turn them on. I just burst out laughing last night. I had never heard a loud speaker sound so good. It was truly stunning! Also, I highly recommend using these with a turntable as well. It is incredible how much detail you can get from these speakers by pushing them with a decent system. (I'm using a moderate NAD amp that is about 20 years old.)
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5 out of 5

Great Speakers

Written By Steven, South Dakota on Thursday, November 15, 2012
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It took about 40 hours of use to achieve their great transparent sound. I also found that the quality of the audio source is very important because you hear seemingly everything whether it is background noise of a poor recording or the nuances of intricate music passages. Because these speakers are so accurate and transparent I can now hear details that were not present through my previous speakers. Very impressive.
Pros:
Very transparent sound. Look great.
Cons:
None
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5 out of 5

PSB Imagine B

Written By Jaded1, Los Angeles,CA on Friday, October 19, 2012
 
My speakers had to go back to the factory for refurbishing and would have no speakers for a month. My nephew let me borrow his PSB imagine B so I could get by. Totally 110 percent impressed! So impressed that I purchased the Imagine T2.
Pros:
Together with 24" stands (sand-filled), these speakers are formidable! They will go toe to toe with speakers costing 3 times as much.
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5 out of 5

PSB Imagine B

Written By Anonymous, NYC on Tuesday, October 16, 2012
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Love them !!
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5 out of 5

PSB Imagine B

Written By DavidL, Lopez Island, WA on Saturday, July 28, 2012
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Indisputably the finest, cleanest-sounding speakers I have ever owned.
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5 out of 5

pbs imagine b

Written By bill b, vermilion, oh on Friday, March 23, 2012
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wow what a speaker , best sounding bookself ive ever heard, awsome & jazz, rock ,ect it can handle any sound ............. they even look awsome , im very happy ......................





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5 out of 5

PSB Imagine B Bookshelf Speakers

Written By John, Boston, MA on Monday, February 27, 2012
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These speakers are well worth the money. I did a considerable amount of research and visited a number of audiophile sites and learned that the experts rated these speakers very highly, particularly for the money. The speakers sound wonderful, are neutral and produce surprisingly good bass for such small speakers. PSB is known for its high quality speakers at a reasonable price and these speakers certainly fit that description.
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5 out of 5

Imagine B

Written By Arthur P, Palmyra, VA on Thursday, June 09, 2011
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I had Dahlqist DQ-10 speakers for 30 years and have enjoyed them tremendously. We are refurnishing our home and my interior designer said they had to go, as the DQ-10's were much too big for the room. After selling them I purchased the PSB Imagine B speakers. Wow! The richness of the sound is awesome and they are not even broken in. The speakers exceed my expectations. I am powering these with a PS Audio amp. On a side note, my lovely bride (and my interior designer) are happy with the size of my new speakers. I would highly recommend these speakers. The sound that comes out of such a small speakers is amazing.

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5 out of 5

Great

Written By ryaneq101, Californai on Wednesday, June 09, 2010
 
Using these with a Peachtree Nova. These sounded boomy out of the box and I was afraid I would have to return them. After about 48hrs of playtime they have calmed down alot and now sound neutral and clean. Couldn't ask for a better pair of bookshelf speakers.
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